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County Louth : Must-See Attractions

Distilleries

Cooley Distillery

Cooley Distillery is Ireland’s newest distillery. Located on the Cooley peninsula, in the midst of a fairytale landscape, the distillery produces a…

Castles

Roache Castle

Roache Castle is a ruined castle in County Louth. Built in 1236 by a wealthy Anglo-Norman family, the castle is now in…

Castles

Millmount Fort

In terms of must-sees in Drogheda, our top recommendation is Millmount Fort, a large tower built on a promontory overlooking the rest…

Dolmens

Proleek Dolmen

Proleek dolmen is an archaeological site located less than 10km from Dundalk in County Louth. Imposing and majestic, its unique shape attracts…

Castles

Laurence’s Gate

Laurence’s Gate is a 13th-century building in the town of Drogheda. This is one of the last vestiges of the city’s ancient…

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Sharon Corr

Do you like Irish music? It's impossible not to know Sharon Corr, a member of the Corrs! An outstanding violinist and talented singer!

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County Louth

County Louth, Ireland’s smallest county by area, nevertheless has a high density of heritage sites between the Irish Sea, the Boyne Valley and the hills of the Cooley Peninsula. Drogheda and Dundalk are its two main urban centres.

Understanding County Louth

Louth had a population of 139,703 in the 2022 census. Its position between Dublin and the Northern Irish border makes it a transit area, but its distinct identity is based on several different areas.

Drogheda and the Boyne

In the south, Drogheda opens onto the Boyne Valley and a major historical heritage. However, the Boyne Valley extends beyond the county boundaries and also into Meath: this distinction is important to avoid geographical confusion.

Dundalk, Carlingford and the Cooley Peninsula

In the north, Dundalk serves as the hub for a large part of the county. Further east, Carlingford Lough and the Cooley Peninsula offer a landscape of mountains, coastline and historic villages.

An area between history and border

Louth’s position between Leinster and Ulster has shaped its history. Castles, religious sites, medieval towns and ancient routes dot this compact area.

How to plan a stay?

One to two days allow you to combine Drogheda and the Cooley Peninsula; more time makes it possible to add Dundalk, Carlingford and rural sites.